Blog

Every school year is filled with events, activities, and celebrations. You can stay up to date with all the amazing things that occur at CA below.

Alumni
February 9, 2024 4 min read

Nekesa Afia: Writing Your Future

CA alum Nekesa Afia has published multiple novels you can check out from the CA Learning Commons. Learn more about her CA days and writing journey.

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Meet Our People
February 9, 2024 4 min read

Meet Our People: Jessie Holwell

Career Counsellor Jessie Holwell is here to help CA students plan for their careers. Learn more about how she supports them as they prepare for graduation.

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Alumni
February 5, 2024 4 min read

It’s Never Too Late: Brian Oakley

Graduating 20 years ago, Brian Oakley has experienced many changes since his Calgary Academy days. Learn more about Brian’s life after graduation.

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Celebration of Learning
December 19, 2023 3 min read

Trading Places: Bridging School Culture Through An Exchange

Earlier this month, Grade 7–9 students flew to the other side of the country to take part in CA’s first school exchange. Learn more about their experience.

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Meet Our People
December 13, 2023 3 min read

Meet Our People: Dean Carter

Dean Carter is one of the school’s new faces this fall. Learn more about he brings warmth, energy, and a love of storytelling to the classroom.

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General
December 6, 2023 4 min read

CA Chess Club: Community, Collaboration, and Challenge

Chess fever has taken over Calgary Academy. Learn more about CA Chess Club, the lessons it can teach, and the passion it can inspire.

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Alumni Celebration of Learning
November 13, 2023 2 min read

Jane McCaig: A History of Scholarship

The Jane McCaig Award has been presented for the past 28 years, but Jane McCaig (’88) never knew how long her legacy would last. Learn more about Jane's history of scholarship.

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Integrated Studies
November 9, 2023 4 min read

Conversation and Culture: Life in CA’s Spanish Program

Jessica Fonseca knows the benefits of learning a second language. Learn more about how she focuses on conversation and culture in her Spanish classes.

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Altruism Events Knights Athletics
October 16, 2023 5 min read

Dig Pink: 15 Years of Community

Dig Pink is an iconic part of every school year, from exciting matches to bright colours. Learn more about the tournament as we get closer to its 15th anniversary.

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Meet Our People
October 12, 2023 4 min read

Meet Our People: Sheryl Walters

A new nameplate is visible in CA’s hallway: Assistant Principal Sheryl Walters. Learn more about her time at CA and excitement for her new role.

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Alumni
October 11, 2023 3 min read

Braydon McAndrew: Following Your Own Path

Life has taken a drastic turn in the five years since Braydon McAndrew (‘18) graduated. Learn more about how he’s working in social media content creation.

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Integrated Studies Learning
September 26, 2023 4 min read

Conquering Juan de Fuca: When Wilderness Becomes the Ultimate Classroom

Last April, students and staff laced up their boots and hit the Juan de Fuca trail—a demanding adventure. Learn more about this trip and the lessons it taught.

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